What is the term that describes why the experiences of people who grew up in different historical periods may vary?
a) cohort effect
b) longitudinal design
c) correlation
d) cross-section
Answer: a
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a. Black b. White c. Native American d. Jewish
Which of the following changes reduced the lead levels in children in developed countries?
a. removal of lead from gasoline and paint b. removal of lead from vaccination formulas c. addition of multivitamins to the diet that target and dissolve lead in the bloodstream d. decision from parents to avoid cars and cooking pots made of lead